Circulating Fluidized Bed (CFB) Boilers Market 2025 – Market Size & Segments Analysis, Industry Trends, Manufacturers Analysis, Opportunities and Forecast 2034
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The global market value of the Circulating Fluidized Bed
Boilers Market is valued at USD 760.2 million in 2023, and a CAGR of 8.7% is
expected during the forecast period. CFB is a process of providing boilers and
power plants maximum flexibility in burning a variety of fuels. Increasing gas
velocity in a furnace is the main cause behind designing circulating fluidized
bed boilers. CFB boilers are capable of combusting different fuel compounds
such as bituminous coals, wood biomass, and others.
CFB boilers are vulnerable to wear and tear, and thus the maintenance cost for them is the highest. Governments worldwide are enforcing strict regulations on carbon emissions, sulfur oxides, and nitrogen oxides. Increasing demand for CFB boilers to burn biomass, waste fuels, and other alternative feed stocks, aligning with clean energy goals. CFB technology ensures better fuel utilization, reducing operating costs for power plants and industrial uses.
Growth
Drivers
Rising energy demand and industrialization particularly in Asia-Pacific and Africa, are increasing investment in thermal power plants supporting CFB boiler adoption. Growth in cement, chemical, and metal industries is also significantly initiating the market growth. These industries require efficient steam generation for their operations, driving demand for CFB technology.
These advanced systems improve efficiency and reduce carbon
footprints, attracting investments in modern power plants. Countries like
China, India, and Indonesia are heavily investing in clean coal technologies,
boosting the CFB boiler market. Wide fuel flexibility Excellent emission
performance Large range of load adjustment CFB boiler technology developed
rapidly.
Segmentation
By
Product
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Sub-critical
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Supercritical
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Ultra-supercritical
By
Capacity
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Less than 100 MW
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100-200 MW
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200-300 MW
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300 MW and above
By Fuel
Type
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Coal
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Biomass
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Others
By
Application
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Energy and Power
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Industrial
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Others
Regional
Outlook
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Asia Pacific
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North America
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Latin America
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Middle East and Africa
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Europe
The
Circulating Fluidized Bed (CFB) Boilers Market by Fuel Type Segmentation
On the basis of fuel type, the Circulating Fluidized Bed (CFB) Boilers market is segmented into coal, biomass, and others. Coal is the leading segment, and biomass is expected to dominate the market along with coal during the forecast period. Abundant availability of coal and cost-effectiveness are the reasons behind the dominance of this segment in the market.
CFB technology’s ability to efficiently and cleanly combust lower-grade coals and coal blends makes it particularly attractive in regions with substantial coal reserves. Coal provides high energy output per unit, ensuring reliable and consistent power generation. Many large-scale industries and power plants rely on coal-fired CFB boilers for uninterrupted energy supply.
CFB
boilers offer better environmental performance compared to conventional
coal-fired boilers by reducing sulfur dioxide and nitrogen dioxide emissions.
Rapid industrialization and urbanization in emerging nations such as China and
India have increased demand for affordable and stable power resources. Many
countries with coal reserves prioritize coal-fired CFB boilers due to energy
security concerns. Due to supply chain challenges, the demand for biomass is
less in comparison to coal.
The
Circulating Fluidized Bed (CFB) Boilers Market by Application Segmentation
On the basis of the application, The CFB Boilers Market is
segmented into Energy and Power, Industrial, and others. Energy and Power are
the leading segment in the market, and is expected to dominate the market
during the forecast period. The global rise in electricity demand, especially
in developing countries like China, India, and Indonesia, has driven the need
for efficient and reliable power generation technologies. CFB boilers are
widely used in thermal power plants to generate electricity from coal, biomass,
and other fuels.
Regional
Outlook
On the basis of the regions, the Circulating Fluidized Bed (CFB) Boilers Market is segmented into 5 regions: Asia Pacific, North America, Latin America, Middle East and Africa, and Europe. Rapid industrialization and urbanization are the significant reasons behind the dominance of the Asia Pacific market, especially the countries China, India, Japan, and South Korea.
Many countries in the region, such as China and India, rely on coal as a
primary energy source, and CFB boilers are well-suited for burning low-grade
coal and biomass efficiently. While renewable energy is growing, CFB boilers
remain crucial for providing stable base-load power, especially in countries
transitioning away from older, more polluting technologies. China has the
highest number of CFB boilers globally, with continued investments in
supercritical and ultra-supercritical CFB technology. Presence of key players
in the region is driving growth in the market significantly.
North America is another leading segment because the U.S. and Canada have been investing in clean coal and low-emission technologies to meet stringent environmental regulations. The U.S. environmental protection agencies and Canadian authorities enforce strict emission norms under the Clean Air Act, making CFB boilers an attractive option for power generation and industrial applications.
North America has a growing focus on biomass and waste-to-energy solutions, and CFB boilers efficiently co-fire biomass with coal or other alternative fuels. Companies such as Babcock and Wilcox, Sumitomo SHI FW, and General Electric are developing advanced CFB boilers to improve efficiency and reduce carbon emissions. The U.S.U.S. and Canada have a strong industrial base that relies on CFB boilers for efficient energy production. Waste-to-energy projects and congregation plants are increasingly using CFB technology due to its fuel flexibility.
Europe is also a leading market due to the presence of Germany,
France, Italy, and the United Kingdom. The European Union has some of the
world’s strictest emission regulations, including the Industrial Emission
Directive and the EU Green Deal, pushing industries towards cleaner energy
solutions. Shifts towards biomass and waste-to-energy in countries like
Finland, Sweden, and the UK are phasing out coal and replacing it with biomass
and waste-to-energy solutions. CFB boilers are leading in district heating
plants across Scandinavian islands and Eastern Europe due to their efficiency
in burning various fuels, including municipal solid waste.
Key
Players
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Alfa Laval AB
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Alstom SA
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Don fang Boiler Group Co., Ltd.
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AE&E Nanjing Boiler Co., Ltd
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Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises
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Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd
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Shanghai Boiler Works Co., Ltd
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Thermax. D Ltd
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Doosan Heavy Industries &
Construction Company Limited
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Other Players